Rhubarb and Cod

Chicken Tostada Cobb Salad

September 20, 2023 No Comments

It’s finally getting chilly here. I am equal parts sad and excited about this meteorological development. On the one hand, I’m glad to be not continuously sweating. And I’m chuffed to make friends with my hoodies again. But on the other hand, I know what fall leads to. It leads to winter and because I live in Canada, that is a less-than-appetizing thought. I saw someone on Instagram describe autumn as the seasonal equivalent to the “Sunday Scaries” and I think it fits. But there’s nothing I can do to keep the winter at bay, so I can at least find solace in the cozy comfort foods I love. Now, obviously, today’s Chicken Tostada Cobb Salad doesn’t fall under that category. But I thought I’d squeeze one last summer-friendly meal in before I bid adieu to summer.

Dessert, Pies & Tarts

Blueberry Coconut Cream Tart

September 14, 2023 No Comments

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One last summer dessert for the road. Well, technically you can make this Blueberry Coconut Cream Tart whenever you want. Frozen blueberries are truly a gift. But there is something so wonderful about making a blueberry anything when they’re at their peak. And I’m talking about those sweet little ones, not those huge honking ones that whisper “blueberry” onto your palette. No, give me those small but mighty blubes any day of the week. But I digress. This Blueberry Coconut Cream Tart features a golden pâte sucrée crust, a bright lemon-kissed blueberry filling, a rich coconut pastry cream, and a lid of airy whipped cream dotted with fresh blueberries and mint. This beauty is the answer to my dessert daydreams and maybe, just maybe, it’s the answer to yours as well.

Salads, Vegetarian

Fried Green Tomato Salad with Figs and Halloumi

September 8, 2023 No Comments

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It’s peak tomato season, so my breakfast, lunch, and dinner hours have been dominated by the juicy fruit of the moment. But in this sea of tomato perfection, there are bound to be a few stragglers. A few hard green holdouts, if you will. Your knee-jerk reaction may be to find these late bloomers in a cozy space on a window sill and wait for them to slowly blush. But I have another more immediate alternative – this Fried Green Tomato Salad with Figs and Halloumi. Paired with a creamy Chive Buttermilk Dressing this salad is less of a salad and more of a late summer treat. So let’s get into it!

Snacks, Starters

Whipped Brie with Hot Honey and Peaches

September 4, 2023 No Comments

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A couple of months back I was introduced to the concept of whipped brie. I’m no stranger to whipped ricotta and whipped feta is among my favorite things. So the concept of yet another whipped cheese was instantly compelling. I took the plunge soon thereafter and it was love at first bite. Since then I’ve been tweaking my whipped brie. Adding all sorts of toppings and smearing it on an endless parade of carbs. After months of dedicated eating-based research, I’ve hit upon the perfect whipped brie bite. Whipped Brie with Hot Honey and fresh peaches served with torn roasted garlic Italian bread. You know, the kind of bread that has that shatteringly crisp exterior and pillowy soft interior? It just works with this brie. There is a whole lot of good happening here, so let’s make it!